This past Sunday was the 9th annual Kids 4 Kids 5K and 10 K Run/Walk 2014 in Downtown L.A. which benefits the Children’s Cancer Research Fund. As I’ve mentioned before, I love helping people, but to be able to help and participate in helping brave kids who are fighting cancer is awesome! It’s my third time partaking in this event and every year I am amazed to see how many people (of all ages and fitness levels!) come out and support such a great cause. Parents encouraging their little kids to keep running, volunteers cheering us on, heck we even get encouragement from Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, which gets major smiles from all the children.
I had a family remember who although didn’t have cancer, was given the same treatment as someone who did. Sadly, he passed away two weeks after his sixth birthday. Despite all his pain, his face would light up whenever he had visitors, especially if they brought him toys. There aren’t too many feelings you experience that can top that of bringing joy to a child who is sick, at least in my opinion. That captivating smile on his face is an image that will forever be engraved in my memory, and now, this 5K has an extra special meaning to me. I run for Bryant and all the little angels watching us from heaven as well as the current ones here on earth who battle such a devastating disease.
I believe it’s important to take time out of our busy schedules to make time for ourselves as well as to help others out. It’s such a gratifying feeling that focuses our perspective on what truly is important.
My inaugural medal